A Nizhny Novgorod resident lost money from his card after asking for help to call a taxi.

      On July 26, 2026, at 10:01, Incidents: A resident of the Soviet district of Nizhny Novgorod lost a large sum of money after asking a stranger to call a taxi for him. As reported by the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs for the Nizhny Novgorod region, the man handed his phone to a random passerby, who took advantage of the situation and transferred 90,000 rubles to himself. The cardholder only learned about the missing money a week later. He immediately contacted the police, and law enforcement began an investigation. During operational activities, a 41-year-old resident of the Avtozavodsky district was detained. The man confessed to the crime and returned the stolen money. The police emphasized that this case serves as a reminder that handing your phone to a stranger can lead to unpleasant consequences. Malefactors can gain access to personal data and funds in a bank account. Recall that a 78-year-old resident of Nizhny Novgorod lost more than 13 million rubles and a collection of gold coins after communicating with scammers. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has channels on Telegram and MAX. Subscribe to stay informed about major events, exclusive materials, and operational information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod". When reprinting, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is mandatory. This resource may contain materials 18+.